UgaliStiff Cornmeal Porridge
This firm cornmeal staple is served across Tanzania with beans, greens, fish, and meat stews. Its smooth, dense texture makes it ideal for scooping up savory sauces.
Prep
5m
Cook
20m
Serves
4
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Ingredients
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- 380gCornmeal
- 900mlWater
- 6gSalt
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Method
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- 01
Bring the water to a boil at 100°C (212°F) in a sturdy pot.
- 02
Add the salt and stir.
- 03
Gradually pour in the cornmeal, stirring constantly to keep the mixture smooth.
- 04
Reduce the heat and continue stirring as the porridge thickens and begins to pull away from the sides of the pot.
- 05
Cook at a gentle simmer at 95°C (203°F), stirring often, until the texture is firm, smooth, and no longer tastes raw.
- 06
Gather the porridge into a mound, let it sit for a moment, then turn it out and serve warm.
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